Cognella academic publishing jul 2012 (27 risultati)

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'In a globalized age, the need to understand the lives of others throughout the world has become increasingly important. The Nonwestern World: Perspectives on the Developing World and its Peoples examines the people, places and issues facing the developing world (non-Western) and the future of its relationship with the developed world (Western). This text brings together scholarship from a variety of academic perspectives to explore the issues and themes central to the study of the developing world and its peoples. Each section of The Nonwestern World includes a variety of discussion questions that are designed to give instructors the tools needed to engage their students in broader discussions on the developing world. With a range of relevant and current topics, students will be able to apply the lessons they learned from the book to their observations of events happening in the real-world today. This is an ideal text for courses dealing with the politics of the developing world, developing world culture, and globalization. Dr. Kevin E. Grisham is the Coordinator of the Social Science Bachelor of Arts Program and Faculty Adviser for the Model United Nations and Model Arab League Programs at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB). He is a Global Studies faculty member within the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies. His research focuses on the politics and economics of the developing world, politics of the Middle East and North Africa, and the study of terrorism, guerrilla movements, and insurgencies. He received his Ph.D. (2009) and M.A. (2005) from the University of California, Riverside in Political Science.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Contemporary Issues in Southeast Asian American Studies is the first anthology to critically examine Southeast Asian Americans and their communities. It offers contemporary perspectives of renowned Southeast Asian American scholars to complement insightful primary-source documents. Together, these selections highlight Southeast Asian American experiences from interdisciplinary and cross-cultural comparative approaches, and explore such topics and themes as: history, cultural productions, political activism and apathy, and economic and social integration. The essays are written in clear, jargon-free language accessible to undergraduate students, and each is followed by pedagogically engaging and provocative discussion questions. Students are encouraged to not only identify challenges and struggles but also to devise solutions to the difficult topics discussed in each chapter. Jonathan H. X. Lee is Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies specializing in Southeast Asian and Sino-Southeast Asian American studies. Lee received a Ph.D. in religious studies from the University of California at Santa Barbara in 2009. He is the Program Co-chair of the Religions of Asia section for the American Academy of Religion, Western Region (AAR/WR) conference, and is academic adviser and grant writer for South East Asian Cultural Heritage & Musical Performing Arts (SEACHAMPA). Lee is also a member of the National Association for the Education and Advancement of Cambodian, Laotian and Vietnamese Americans (NAFEA) and is a member of the editorial review board of the Journal of Southeast Asian American Education & Advancement. His recent publications include Cambodian American Experiences: Histories, Communities, Cultures, and Identities (2010) and The Encyclopedia of Asian American Folklore and Folklife (on-press).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - A Portrait of Humankind: Current Readings in Physical Anthropology contains articles that represent some of the most recent, cutting-edge research being done in physical anthropology. They include essays on the perceived conflicts between science and faith, work in forensic anthropology, primate social behavior, human origins and evolution, and aspects of modern human variability. These readings will enhance both lecture and laboratory classes in physical anthropology, and will allow students to study a variety of topics in greater detail. This reader is intended for undergraduates attending Intro to biological anthropology classes. It can be used to facilitate discussions during the lab period and to spark student interest as they write short papers on specific topics in biological anthropology. Selections in A Portrait of Humankind: Current Readings in Physical Anthropology are organized into five topical chapters: - Chapter 1: Genetics and Evolutionary Theory- Chapter 2: Osteology- Chapter 3: Primates- Chapter 4: Human Evolution>Arthur Durband is a paleoanthropologist who received his PhD from the University of Tennessee. He has done field work or studied fossil collections in Indonesia, Australia, and Europe. Dr. Durband's research focuses on the origins of modern humans and the peopling of Australia. Robert R. Paine received his PhD from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. He is a member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. Dr. Paine has taught biological anthropology courses at Texas Tech University for 16 years. He also works as a forensic anthropologist helping local Sheriffs and Texas Rangers on a number of skeletal cases. Dr. Paine has examined over 1,200 skeletons from Italy covering a time period of early Etruscans to Imperial Rome. …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Communicating Identity: Critical Approaches provides a poststructuralist engagement with contemporary theories of identity, which view identity as a construction, negotiation, and a process of communicative messages. Embracing an intersectional investigation of identity and examining the critical interworkings of race, class, gender, sexuality, and nation, this edited anthology contemplates the shifting and fluid dimensions of identities within spatial, temporal, and discursive contexts. Bringing together works from scholars in the disciplines of organizational communication, critical/cultural studies, rhetorical and media studies, performance studies, and intercultural communication, the text is divided into four sections: 'Theorizing Identity' provides a poststructuralist introduction to identity through differing conceptual frameworks that highlight the performative, relational, and intersectional dimensions of identity formations.'Organizing Identity' looks to institutional and national contexts to examine how systems of power and hierarchal structures within organizing discourses work to shape, mold, constrain, and produce disciplined identities.'Representing Identity' looks to popular culture, online environments, and personal accounts of experience as sites of identity production and negotiation.'Performing Identity' shifts attention to the spatial, temporal, and embodied dimensions of identity work, theorizing performative dimensions that resist and rearticulate identity discourses.Jason Zingsheim (PhD, Arizona State University) is an Assistant Professor of Communication Studies at Governors State University, where he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in intercultural communication, critical/cultural studies, identity and communication, and communication theory and philosophy. His work has been published in Cultural Studies ? Critical Methodologies, Text & Performance Quarterly, Liminalities, and Battleground: Women, Gender, & Sexuality. Dustin Bradley Goltz (PhD, Arizona State University) is an Assistant Professor of Communication Studies at DePaul University, where he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in performance studies, rhetoric of identity, performance of gender and sexuality, and rhetoric of popular culture. He is the author of Queer Temporalities in Gay Male Representation: Tragedy, Normativity, and Futurity. His research has been published in Text & Performance Quarterly, Qualitative Inquiry, Western Journal of Communication, Genders, and Liminalities.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Ain't Nobody Worryin' was developed to provide a critical analysis of the unanswered question 'What does it mean to be a Black Man in America ' This text tackles some of the problems that have placed societal limitations on black men from all walks of life. The essays span a broad array of issues and concerns voiced about the lives of Black men in America from both a historical and contemporary perspective. The straightforward selections deliver a focused and engaging reading experience for students. This volume highlights specific topics found in popular discourse about African American Males and their experiences in America, including Black Male identity, sexuality, education, mentorship, relationships, and socialization. Coming from some of the most knowledgeable scholars in the field, the selected readings are certain to stimulate further research and meaningful discussion in classrooms, as well as in focus groups or educational think tanks. Alphonso Simpson, Jr. is the director of African American studies in the College of Arts and Letters at the University of Wisconsin at Oshkosh. He received his Ph.D. in 2001 from the University of Wyoming, where he studied curriculum and instruction with an emphasis in African American music and music education. His current research interests include African American music, Black male/female relationships, the retention rate of Black males in post-secondary education, and the African American religious experience. …

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Patterns in Politics offers a balanced mix of historical documents on American politics, readings on American political history, and recent political data. This text is designed to frame questions about American Government within a broader context of how people in societies manage their relationships and resolve conflicts. A wealth of current and historical data on public opinion and political behaviors is utilized to give instructors the opportunity to develop a wide range of open- and closed-ended questions. They also facilitate critical thinking about changing patterns in American politics and government. The selected historical documents present a respectful view of the role religion and faith played in the founding period, in addition to providing unique insights into American political culture during this time. Patterns in Politics examines a wide range of contemporary political topics, including political freedom, ideology, voting behavior, campaign contributions, and public opinion polling. Data source links are included to give both students and instructors access to the most recent sets of data as they become available. This text is geared toward introductory courses in American Government; it is suited for use in both the classroom and online courses. Peter W. Wielhouwer (Ph.D., University of Georgia), Associate Professor of Political Science at Western Michigan University, specializes in mobilization politics, campaign strategy, religion and politics, and racial politics. He has taught at Spelman College and Regent University's School of Government, where he directed the graduate program in campaign management and the nonpartisan Center for Grassroots Politics. His research has appeared in the American Journal of Political Science, Journal of Politics, and in The Oxford Handbook of Religion and American Politics (Oxford, 2010). He is an occasional political consultant, and regularly speaks on faith & politics and American politics for academic, professional, and faith-based organizations.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - What do infants understand about the physical world What influence do parents have in their child's development of a conscience Are popular teens more at-risk for substance use problems What are the characteristics of a successful marriage Growing Up, Growing Older: Perspectives on Lifespan Development answers these questions and more.The book brings together classic and cutting-edge research on human development from the prenatal period to late adulthood. Focusing on the broad themes of perceptual, cognitive, social, and emotional development, this volume includes essential readings from leaders in the fields of attachment, language development, peer relations, gender, moral development, marriage, and others. Growing Up, Growing Older is designed to introduce students of lifespan development to research and theory that shape the way we understand the developing person.Growing Up, Growing Older: - Allows an in-depth examination of key issues addressed in developmental research.- Provides the flexibility to be used as a stand-alone textbook for advanced courses or as a supplement for general courses.- Facilitates a deeper understanding of developmental theories and research methods.- Enriches students' understanding of topics that can be summarized only briefly in traditional textbooks.>Lara Mayeux received her Ph.D. in developmental psychology from the University of Connecticut in 2003. She is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Oklahoma, where she teaches developmental psychology courses at both the graduate and undergraduate level. Her research interests include peer status, aggression, and social self-perceptions in childhood and adolescence. Dr. Mayeux co-edited the book Popularity in the Peer System, and her research on popular adolescents has been widely cited.…

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Psychology majors often have difficulty transitioning from being a college student to a working psychology graduate. Introduction to Academic and Career Opportunities in Psychology is designed to help psychology majors plan for careers after graduation, before they graduate. Developed by several psychology instructors, this title offers students multiple perspectives on: - Psychology-related careers.- How degrees shape career opportunities.- Developing a strong network of colleagues.>This collection of readings, articles, and resources places a special emphasis on multicultural issues in the psychology workforce. Introduction to Academic and Career Opportunities in Psychology is an essential guide for any psychology major preparing for life during and after their degree. Emilio C. Ulloa, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor and has served as the Director of Undergraduate Advising and Programs in the Department of Psychology at San Diego State University since 2003. Dr. Ulloa has received awards for his teaching and mentoring and was recognized in 2009 for his advising by NACADA (The National Academic Advising Association). Kristen Cole, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and Associate Professor of Psychology at San Diego City College in California. Her courses include Abnormal Psychology, Human Sexual Behavior, Physiological Psychology, Introduction to Counseling, Careers in Psychology, and Field Placement in Psychological Services. She has also worked in private practice, psychiatric hospitals, military installations, university counseling centers, and neuroscience research institutes. Adam Renteria, M.A. has taught General Psychology, Lifespan Development, Introduction to Physiological Psychology, Human Sexuality, and Careers in Psychology courses at Mesa College, Palomar College, and Southwestern College in San Diego, California. He earned a master's degree from San Diego State University, where he studied neuropsychology and had the opportunity to work with undergraduates interested in pursuing graduate studies and careers in psychology.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Few ideas are as taken for granted in modern society as the notion that people have selves. The Self in Society provides students with a thought-provoking set of readings to ignite their curiosity about this assumption. Most sociology courses aim to examine the relationship between the individual and society, but give scant attention to the individual side of the equation. Beginning with the established classic statements on the self, the readings trace the social origins of the idea that people have unique destinies they must understand and fulfill. They consider how to approach the self as a topic of study. They investigate how culture and individual experiences shape the personal self. The readings relate to sociological subfields such as race and ethnicity, sex and gender, religion, and inequality. They examine the possibility of selfhood among animals, and introduce recent research from neuroscience. Discussion questions and further readings after each chapter promote additional study. Whether used alone or as a supplement to a traditional text, The Self in Society can be a key to enhancing the sociological imagination. Selections in The Self in Society are organized in three topical chapters, each prefaced with an introduction by the editor: - Classic Perspectives on the Self- Who am I Self and Identity as a Problem>Leslie Irvine teaches sociology at the University of Colorado at Boulder. She received her PhD from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. Primarily a social psychologist, her research interests include the self, the emotions, human-animal interaction, relationships, and gender. She is the author of Codependent Forevermore: The Invention of Self in a Twelve Step Group (1999; University of Chicago Press), If You Tame Me: Understanding our Connections with Animals (2004; Temple University Press), and Filling the Ark: Animal Welfare in Disasters (2009; Temple University Press).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Critical Issues in Broadcast News explores the functions, roles, and impact of broadcast and electronic news. The book is intended as a general introduction to the most critical issues in contemporary broadcast and electronic news. It works to enhance student appreciation and critical evaluation of various public and commercial broadcast and electronic news sources, as well as provide an understanding of how radio, television, and online news is defined and produced. The readings offer a wide range of theoretical and practical issues associated with the production, consumption, and dissemination of radio, television, and online news. This book is essential reading for students aspiring to careers in broadcast and electronic news, and for news consumers looking for an overview of critical issues facing television, radio, and online news today. The readings in Critical Issues in Broadcast News discuss a variety of topics, including: The role of broadcast and electronic news in the political process; the advertising and corporate influences on news; the implications of entertainment news on cultural and social values; the impact of technological advancement on the future of broadcast newsrooms; and the way audiences consume news. Dina Ibrahim is an Associate Professor of Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts at San Francisco State University, where she teaches courses on the theory and practice of radio and television news. She has reported for the BBC World Service Radio in London, United Press International in Cairo, CNN in Atlanta, NPR in Austin, and KPOO 89.5 FM in San Francisco. Her research interests are in the psychological impact of television depictions on audiences in the United States and the Middle East, as well as analyzing the post-9/11 visual framing of U.S. television news representations of Islam and Arab countries.…

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Applied Concepts in Communication Studies is an introductory level textbook designed for instructors teaching large, lecture-style courses. While covering all the basic concepts in communication, performance related elements, such as student speeches, are limited. Instead, this text incorporates content not found in traditional introductory communication textbooks, including the Internet, social media, and culture. Each chapter begins with an outline of the learning objectives and concludes with discussion questions a bridge to the next chapter. An extensive set of references is also provided to give students instant access to more in-depth resources on each topic. Adopting instructors will have access to a complete set of Power Point slides. Bruce C. McKinney received his B.A. in psychology from the University of New Hampshire and his M.A. and Ph.D. in speech communication from Pennsylvania State University. He teaches courses in concepts in communication studies, mediation, communication theory, and negotiation at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Dr. McKinney has also taught at James Madison University (Virginia) and Angelo State University (Texas). He taught at UNCW from 1990-1999 and returned to UNCW in 2005. He has also traveled to Vietnam twenty times to teach Vietnamese business managers negotiating skills in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Vung Tau.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Traditional textbooks on American government focus on the foundations and structures of our political system. Seldom do such texts explore American government, its processes, procedures, challenges, and opportunities, from the unique perspectives of individuals with a developing awareness of their responsibilities as citizens. American Democracy and Citizenship departs from the norm of introductory texts by weaving the personal stories of individuals new to political consciousness into its discussion of American government. Rather than relate these personal stories through a third-person narrative, the book is written as a collection of personal essays. These are based on the long-form interviews Dr. Brian Calfano has conducted with his students in introductory American government courses during the past eight years. American Democracy and Citizenship is designed to offer students a fresh take on the motives, means, and opportunities for personal engagement in our political system. The book includes the basic information contained in traditional American government texts, but it also explores psychological, social, and media paths toward political engagement for the millennial generation. Brian Robert Calfano (PhD, University of North Texas 2007) is Assistant Professor of Political Science at Missouri State University. He is the author of over twenty peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters on topics ranging from religion and politics, media influence on emotion, to candidate issue marketing. He is the Director of The Missouri State University Poll, and hosts a daily radio talk show in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. Calfano is also a regular contributor to television affiliates covering local and state politics. He uses these opportunities, first and foremost, to introduce students to the connections between media, elite influence, and perception on political behavior. American Democracy and Citizenship is the culmination of several years of work with beginning college students on their understanding of government, and the motives they have for taking control of their political identity.…

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Computer Science Applications: Object Oriented Programming is a comprehensive anthology of reference articles for first and second semester Computer Science courses. These articles, drawn from a wide variety of sources and experiences, include detailed discussions, explanations and examples that deliver an engaging learning experience for students. Using high-level concepts, rather than simply focusing on the syntax of Java, this text delivers a complete and in-depth coverage of all the essential topics typically found in the CS1 and CS2 syllabi.Computer Science Applications is divided into seven sections, each prefaced by an overview of the topic: - Classes and Objects- Inheritance and Polymorphism- Problem Solving Before Programming- Java Statements- Exception and Exception Handling- Data Structure and Algorithms>Joslyn A. Smith graduated from The Mico Teachers' College, Jamaica, in 1973. He furthered his studies at Central Connecticut State University, USA, where he earned his BS and MS degrees in Mathematics in 1983. He also earned an MS degree in Computer Science from the University of New Brunswick, Canada in 1994. Mr. Smith then joined the staff at the University of the West Indies, Jamaica where he lectured in Computer Science for 14 years. He currently teaches Computer Science at Florida International University (FIU).…

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Mass Media Socialization Research introduces a variety of theoretical tools, concepts and frameworks to help readers better understand and analyze mass media socialization studies. Designed for both graduate and advanced undergraduate students, this anthology contains a unique selection of twenty-four essays covering the various mass media channels, including television, film, and the Internet. The essays in Mass Media Socialization Research are grouped into three parts: Theoretical FoundationsMass Media Socialization StudiesStudies in Various Contexts of Mass Media SocializationQingwen Dong (Ph.D. Communication, Washington State University) is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Communication at University of the Pacific (Stockton, California), where he teaches communication research methods, intercultural communication and graduate seminars on mass communication. He is author or coauthor of more than 40 research papers that have appeared in scholarly journals and communication publications. He has presented more than 70 communication research papers at international, national, and regional communication conferences. In 2009, he received the Faculty Mentor Award from University of the Pacific and he was the University Eberhardt Teacher/Scholar Award Recipient in 2007.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Shades of Blue: Practice and Possibility in Policing explores issues essential to understanding the complex purposes and effects of contemporary law enforcement in a democratic society. Through seminal writings by noted policing pioneers, students are introduced to the philosophies and strategies associated with the professional and community eras in policing. Articles on officer desirability, as expressed in recruitment policies and through citizen feedback, accord students insight into who is, and should be, empowered to implement the policing mandate. Readings on controversial policing practices, including seemingly extralegal acts of racial profiling and 'street justice,' bespeak ways in which the police potentially foster and sustain public resentment through perpetuation of perceptible injustice. Shades of Blue concludes with selections on the ostensible dissolution of the greatly heralded and hyped community policing epoch in American policing, underscoring the evidenced increase in preoccupation with public security and ensuant surveillance. This is an ideal text for use in introduction to criminal justice and policing classes, or as a read for anyone interested in learning more about the American law enforcement system. Christine Ivie is a PhD Candidate and an instructor in the Department of Criminal Justice at The University of Alabama. The preponderance of Ms. Ivie's independent research involves exploration of cultural texts, including official mandates, as a means of understanding the relationship between law and society. Her current research involves cinematic analysis of human trafficking and other crimes in fictional films. Past projects examine mission statements for American inmates' parenting programs, official directives born of Tony Blair's Respect agenda, and provisions in southern statutes governing sex offender registration and notification.…

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Few ideas are as taken for granted in modern society as the notion that people have selves. The Self in Society provides students with a thought-provoking set of readings to ignite their curiosity about this assumption. Most sociology courses aim to examine the relationship between the individual and society, but give scant attention to the individual side of the equation. Beginning with the established classic statements on the self, the readings trace the social origins of the idea that people have unique destinies they must understand and fulfill. They consider how to approach the self as a topic of study. They investigate how culture and individual experiences shape the personal self. The readings relate to sociological subfields such as race and ethnicity, sex and gender, religion, and inequality. They examine the possibility of selfhood among animals, and introduce recent research from neuroscience. Discussion questions and further readings after each chapter promote additional study. Whether used alone or as a supplement to a traditional text, The Self in Society can be a key to enhancing the sociological imagination. Selections in The Self in Society are organized in three topical chapters, each prefaced with an introduction by the editor: - Classic Perspectives on the Self- Who am I Self and Identity as a Problem>Leslie Irvine teaches sociology at the University of Colorado at Boulder. She received her PhD from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. Primarily a social psychologist, her research interests include the self, the emotions, human-animal interaction, relationships, and gender. She is the author of Codependent Forevermore: The Invention of Self in a Twelve Step Group (1999; University of Chicago Press), If You Tame Me: Understanding our Connections with Animals (2004; Temple University Press), and Filling the Ark: Animal Welfare in Disasters (2009; Temple University Press).…

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.